2004 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2009 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 2009 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chevrolet Colorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chevrolet Colorado would be higher. At 2,770 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 175 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 421 kg more than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Jeep Cherokee (460 Nm) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado. (251 Nm). This means 2009 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Colorado | 2009 Jeep Cherokee | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jeep |
| Model | Colorado | Cherokee |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 2768 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 460 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 17.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1634 kg | 2055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 70 L |
